Waterfall Hikes Near Issaquah, WA

39,400 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
48 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Issaquah? There are 48 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Issaquah. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 47.5439°N, -122.0471°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 48 gauged

48 waterfalls near Issaquah have live flow data today

Affi Falls Low Alice Falls Low Cress Falls Low Garda Falls Low Van Horn Falls Low Alpine Falls Barely Flowing Deception Falls Barely Flowing Florence Falls Barely Flowing Malachite Falls Barely Flowing Otter Falls Barely Flowing Boulder Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Canyon Falls Barely Flowing Sunset Falls Barely Flowing Carter Falls Low Christine Falls Low Comet Falls Low Madcap Falls Low Nahunta Falls Low Tato Falls Low Cataract Falls Moderate Denman Falls Moderate Ethania Falls Moderate Giant Falls Moderate Larrupin Falls Moderate Pearl Falls Moderate Spray Falls Moderate Chenuis Falls Barely Flowing Ipsut Falls Barely Flowing Ranger Falls Barely Flowing Dingford Creek Falls Low Eagle Falls Barely Flowing Franklin Falls Barely Flowing Keekwulee Falls Barely Flowing Snowshoe Falls Barely Flowing Little Mashel Falls Barely Flowing Mary Pamela Falls Low Twin Falls Low McCauley Falls Barely Flowing McKenna Falls Moderate Olney Falls Barely Flowing Wallace Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Victor Falls Moderate Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sunday Falls Barely Flowing Snoqualmie Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Chance Light Rain · 73°F

Aft 73°F Chance Light Rain Best
Fri 68°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 68°F Light Rain Likely
Sun 66°F Slight Chance Light Rain
Mon 67°F Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 67°F Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Wed 68°F Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Issaquah

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 McKenna Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 51st percentile
  2. 2 Victor Falls Moderate · 1050 cfs 45th percentile
  3. 3 Giant Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  4. 4 Larrupin Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Ethania Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile
  6. 6 Denman Falls Moderate · 443 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Issaquah (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Snoqualmie Falls waterfall

Snoqualmie Falls

13 miles away
Washington
Easy
1.5 miles 300 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Issaquah (26 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

McCauley Falls

19 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
3.6 miles 500 ft
Victor Falls waterfall CC

Victor Falls

20.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Dingford Creek Falls waterfall

Dingford Creek Falls

27.9 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

31 miles away
Washington
Moderate
9.0 miles 700 ft

All 48 Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Pearl Falls waterfall CC

Pearl Falls

25.3 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.0 miles 500 ft
Comet Falls waterfall

Comet Falls

26.4 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
3.8 miles 1,250 ft
Christine Falls waterfall

Christine Falls

27.2 miles away
In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Nahunta Falls waterfall

Nahunta Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sunday Falls waterfall

Sunday Falls

30.7 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tato Falls waterfall

Tato Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Carter Falls waterfall

Carter Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Madcap Falls waterfall

Madcap Falls

In Mount Rainier National Park
Washington
Moderate
4.0 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Issaquah

Are there free waterfalls near Issaquah?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Issaquah?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Issaquah, including Christine Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Issaquah?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah?

There are 33 kid-friendly waterfalls near Issaquah, including Alpine Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Issaquah?

The shortest waterfall hike near Issaquah is Affi Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Issaquah?

The tallest waterfall near Issaquah is Spray Falls at 354 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Issaquah require permits?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Issaquah require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Issaquah?

Yes, 47 waterfalls near Issaquah have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Issaquah?

The closest waterfall to Issaquah is Snoqualmie Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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